School Libraries Matter: Views from the Research

Realizing the need for research-based evidence to prove the value of school librarians, this resource compiles research studies and findings from the past 10 years. The introduction gives an overview of the methods used and briefly describes each of the 10 chapters. The chapters themselves each contain an introduction, research question, methodology, findings and conclusion, and allow readers easy access to the information. Covering topics such as the impact of school libraries on academic achievement, information practices of upper-income high school students, school administration, technology, and school librarian leadership, this is an invaluable reference book for career librarians or those just entering the field. The research is a vital tool that can be used as an advocacy tool and help administrators and funders understand the essential role of libraries and library professionals in 21st-century schools.—Denise Moore, O'Gorman Junior High School, Sioux Falls, SD